Condition

Common Cold

A mild viral infection of the nose and throat that causes a runny nose, sneezing, sore throat and cough.

Also called: cold, upper respiratory infection, uri, runny nose, stuffy nose, head cold

Who Can Help with Common Cold?

Family Doctors
A physician who provides checkups, preventive care and treatment for common illnesses for patients of all ages. Family doctors also manage long-term conditions and refer to specialists when needed.
Internists
A physician who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness in adults. Many internists serve as primary care doctors.
Nurse Practitioners
An advanced practice nurse who can examine patients, diagnose illness, order tests and prescribe medicine. Many work in primary care, and others in specialty practices or hospitals.
Physician Assistants
A licensed clinician who examines patients, diagnoses illness, orders tests and prescribes medicine as part of a team with physicians.
Pediatricians
A physician who provides checkups, vaccines and medical care for infants, children and teenagers.
Urgent Care Centers
A walk-in clinic that treats illnesses and injuries that need care the same day but are not life-threatening.
Medical Clinics
A clinic or medical group where patients see doctors and other providers for primary or specialty care.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about common cold and what is right for you.